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The OT-03-BBQ measures the
temperature by using a probe sensor with grill rack clip, and an
insulated metal wire that passes between the grill hood back to the
unit. Grill knobs or air vents don’t have very accurate temperature
settings and when you open and close the hood the temperatures can vary
up to 100 F (55C) from the temperature you think you set on the dial.
Some grill hoods have anolog thermometers but they are not at the grill
surface, and they are not as accurate as digital. If you don’t know
your temperature, barbeque results can be poor. The
OT-03-BBQ's three-line LCD panel shows the actual temperature average
on the top line, the alert temperature (that you set) on the middle
line, and the timer setting on the bottom line. Just to the left of the
actual temperature are the above-temp alert icon, the below-temp alert
icon, and the OPTIMAL icon. Just to the right of the alert temperature
in the middle line is the alert-on icon. The
20-hour timer can be set to count up simply by clearing the timer and
pressing the START/STOP button on the top of the unit. To count down,
set the hours, minutes, and seconds and press the START/STOP button.
When the timer reaches 00:00:00, an audible alert beeps and a
TIME’S-UP icon flashes.
If during cooking the average temperature goes below
above or below your min/max temperatures for at least 30
seconds, the appropriate alert icon flashes and the unit beeps. Pressing the
START/STOP button temporarily stops the beeping. As long as the average temperature remains out of range, the unit will beep for 5 seconds
every minute. The flashing of the alert icon and the beeping stop when
the average temperature is back in range. After the 45 minutes is
up, the timer beeps and flashes to tell you that your food is done.
Again, press the START/STOP button to stop the beeping and flashing.
The OT-03-BBQ offers three convenient mounting options. It can be hung on a
wall via the keyhole slot in the mounting bracket on back of the unit.
It can be mounted upright by removing the bracket (which doubles as a
table stand) and attaching it to the bottom of the unit. Also. it can
adhere to an iron or steel surface by means of its double magnets
(accessible by removing the bracket from the back).
The OT-03-BBQ is powered by one
AAA (1.5V) battery, which is included and preinstalled. Before using the
OT-03-BBQ, you'll need to remove the mounting bracket, open the battery
compartment, and remove the insulating strip at the battery's positive
terminal. The battery included with the unit is a carbon-zinc heavy
duty battery, but when replacement becomes necessary, we recommend an
alkaline battery. The OT-03-BBQ is covered by a
manufacturer's 1-year limited warranty.. Cautions:
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Do not use the
stainless steel probe and wire in microwave ovens.
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Do not use the probe
sensor and wire above 700°F for more than 4 hours because doing so
will deteriorate the wire.
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Do not expose the
main unit to direct heat or water.
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Always wear a
heat-resistant glove to handle the probe or wire during or after
cooking.
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Do not submerge the
main unit in water. Clean it with a damp cloth instead.
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Clean the probe after
each use, but do not submerge it in water.
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